 Letter: Passing the Torch in the 1st Berkshire State Representative DistrictCouncilor Andrew Fitch has demonstrated in his time on the North Adams City Council what an energized "next generation" legislator can accomplish while holding to the core values of our community.  Letter: Vote for Andrew FitchAndrew Fitch is the representative that will best advocate for the First Berkshire District.  Cheshire Urges Voters to Check Status, Deliberates New Fire SignVoters wishing to cast ballots in next week's primary and the general election should check their voting status: the town clerk's office reported about 900 inactive voters in July.  Letter: I support Andrew Fitch for State RepresentativeI am proud to support Andrew Fitch as a candidate for state representative, and to encourage voters in our district to entrust him with your vote in the state primary election on Sept. 1.  Q&A with State Representative Challenger Andrew FitchAndrew Fitch, currently a city councilor in the district's largest municipality — and the commonwealth's smallest city — is challenging former North Adams Mayor John Barrett III, who won the First Berkshire seat in a 2017 special election, in the Democratic Party primary.  Q&A with First District Incumbent John Barrett IIIJohn Barrett III has served the district in the State House of Representatives since 2017, when he was elected in a special election.  Letter: We Have Great Political Leaders, Let's Keep 'emOur political leaders are the envy of voters around the nation and respected by their peers — and because of their experience, knowledge, and seniority they get stuff done for us.  Healey Talks Healthcare, Housing, ICE at South County FarmMaura Healey visited Main Street and Indian Line Farm during campaign stops on Tuesday. Behind the Ballot: Pittsfield Election Workers Prepare for September PrimaryThe state primary election is weeks away but the city's elections workers and a small group of volunteers are already at work behind the scenes ensuring that every vote is safe and secure.  Healey Makes Berkshire Campaign Swing: 'I Stand With You'Maura Healey was in the Berkshires on Monday to rally support for a second four-year term as governor. She spoke at a meet and greet on Main Street, visited small businesses on North Street in Pittsfield, and planned to stop in Great Barrington on Tuesday.  Berkshire Law Enforcement Officials Endorse Fenton for Governor's CouncilRanking Berkshire law enforcement officials are putting their weight behind a Springfield lawyer for Governor's Council in the September Democratic primary over North Adams incumbent Tara Jacobs.  Adams Beautification Group Marking Five Years of ServiceWilk-Chaffee joined two of her fellow Beautification Group members in an appearance before the Selectmen to update the elected officials on the non-profit's activities around town and explain its role in town.  Letter: Fitch for the FutureDedication, work ethic and community efforts define my son.  Letter: Support Andrew Fitch for State RepresentativeI can honestly say that it is clear that he works much harder for our area as a whole than he does for himself.  Letter: John Barrett Is the Only ChoiceI have had the pleasure of knowing Representative Barrett for upwards of 30 years. In that time it was evident that he was first committed to the City of North Adams. Berkshire County to Elect DA, Governor, More in Primary ElectionPittsfield and beyond will elect a Massachusetts governor, attorney general, district attorney for Berkshire County, and other positions in the 2026 state election.  Letter: Transportation Is Economic Development in the BerkshiresFor too long, Western Massachusetts has been treated as an afterthought in statewide transportation decisions. Six Running for Four Seats on Mount Greylock School CommitteeVoters will have choices for all four Mount Greylock School Committee seats on the Nov. 3 ballot.  Letter: Addressing the Housing Shortage in Berkshire District 1As someone who has worked directly on downtown redevelopment, community development, and local housing initiatives, I know there is no single solution. Housing is a complex issue that requires practical, balanced approaches at every level.  Lanesborough Town Election Sees Expanded Select BoardThe Select Board will now have five people serving with the addition of two more board members elected on Tuesday. Haskins Wins School, Select Board SeatsVoters put Daniel Haskins back on the Select Board and also on the School Committee on Tuesday. Adams Fire District Election OKs Appointed PostsAfter several years of trying, the voting members of the Fire District have approved making the clerk and treasurer appointed positions. Williamstown Picks Curran, Sussman as Library TrusteesJanet Curran and Michael Sussman, separated by three votes, came in first and second, at 219 and 216. They will join the seven-member committee overseeing the Milne Library.  Dalton Elects Incumbents, Write-in for Planning BoardThe unofficial results for the town's annual election indicate that Planning Board registered candidate William Striebel III and write-in candidate Richard Hall have secured the two seats. Annual Adams Fire District Election to Decide Treasurer PositionVoters will head to the polls Tuesday to choose the district's leadership and decide whether the clerk/treasurer position should shift from an elected role to an appointed one. |
